Not Really Hawaiian... - Thirsty (for Knowledge) Thursday

What is Hawaiian food?

According to Hilo Native, Sheldon Simeon:

"All we're doing is taking the ideas from the past, from around the world, and kindof congealing it, just like what Hawaii is, and bring it all together in this stew of wonderful ideas."

What does it mean to cook Hawaiian food? This season of Cooking in America, hosted by Hilo native and Top Chef contestant Sheldon Simeon, explores the culinary traditions of the islands, where a mix of transplants and influences and a culture of openness and sharing have created a natural fusion.